Claude AI skill
Podcast Guest Research Brief
Have the best interview of their life — every time.
Takes a guest's name and online presence and produces a complete research brief with background summary, key themes and expertise, their most interesting stories and ideas, and a tailored question set.
What you get
Here’s what Claude makes for you with this skill.
Guest background summary
Key expertise and themes
Interesting stories or talking points to explore
Potential controversy or tension points
Optional.
Tailored interview questions
20–25 questions.
Recommended episode angle
What you tell Claude
Have these ready and the skill does the rest.
- Guest name
- Any links to their work, website, or social media
- Your podcast topic and audience
- Interview date (so the brief is timely)
Who it’s for
Podcast hosts who want every interview to feel deeply prepared, natural, and valuable to their audience.
What you download
One ZIP with the skill and a PDF install guide with step-by-step setup and sample prompts.
How it works
No tech skills needed. It takes about two minutes.
- Unzip your download. Inside you’ll find the skill file and its own install guide with sample prompts.
- Add it to Claude. Open claude.ai, click Customize, then Skills. Click +, then Create skill, then Upload a skill. Pick the file and make sure its toggle is on.
- Try it. Start a new chat and paste the first sample prompt from your guide. Swap in your own details and go.
You’ll need: a Claude.ai account with Code execution turned on in Settings → Capabilities. Skills need this switch.
Questions
The things people ask most before they buy.
Do I need a paid Claude plan?
No. Skills work on every Claude plan, so you don’t need to upgrade. You just need Code execution turned on in Settings → Capabilities. On a Team or Enterprise plan, your admin turns it on.
Is it good for beginners?
Yes. No tech skills needed. The skill comes with a step-by-step install guide and sample prompts, and you talk to Claude in plain English.
Can I use it on my phone or tablet?
Yes. You add the skill once on claude.ai or in the Claude desktop app. After that it’s part of your Claude account and ready in your chats, including on your phone or tablet.
How do I get my files?
Your download is ready right after checkout, and the store emails you the link too.
Also in the Podcast Bundle.
Get this skill plus 2 more skills in one download.
Questions about your order? Email support@thelilystudio.com.